My Approach
Prospective Clients
I am accepting clients 18+ for individual therapy. I am able to work with individuals in Canada and the United Kingdom. At this time I regret that I do not see minors.
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How Can I help You?
I am trained in various modalities to help clients dig deeper, find answers, and set a new course. I can assist you in exploring patterns in your life that no longer serve you, develop greater empathy for yourself, and feel empowered to change your life.
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What is the role of Counsellor?
My role as I see it is three fold. I am here to hold space and support you; to reflect back to you what you are presenting; and ultimately to challenge you to explore deeper. Therapy is not solely venting about the day to day issues you find yourself in, it is to get to the root causes of issues in your life and uncover those areas you have control over. Therapy is not social work, which looks to assist you deal with systemic issues, it is instead to help you come back to a place of grounded centre, empowerment, and balance.
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I am an integrative therapist, utilizing a blend of different modalities depending upon client needs and goals. My overarching approaches are informed by Jungian, Transpersonal, Narrative, Systems, and Somatic approaches.
I don't operate from a place that clients are 'broken' or 'needing to be fixed.' I come from a standpoint that clients are who they are, they deal with and adapt to situations, and they hold on to baggage... some of which isn't theirs. Through our work together we sort out what is yours, what isn't, and what you want to change.
What Can A Client Expect In Their Sessions?
Counselling journeys are different for everyone, but below are some common stages in a counselling journey.
Stage 0: Deciding to engage with Therapy
The very first step is deciding to engage with therapy. It is really important that a client look to their needs, what their goals are for therapy, and what their expectations are. Often, clients seek therapy from a place of knowing something is wrong and wanting to fix it. This is a completely understandable place, and I would advise to take some time to explore what your needs are from a therapist. Decide if you would benefit from in-person or virtual; seek out multiple counsellors to have a consultation with; and choose the counsellor who will be a right fit for. You have the freedom and responsibility to choose a counsellor who you are comfortable with.
Stage 1: Consultation and Intake
Once you have booked a consultation with a counsellor (or several!), what comes next? A consult is a quick, twenty minute call so we can briefly get to know each other and discuss your aims with therapy. I always suggest clients come prepared with questions so you can get a sense of what this counsellor will be like to work with. Ask anything you need to make an informed decision for yourself. If you choose to work with me, we will have a single intake session where I can gain a larger sense of who you are and the direction we might be going.
Stage 2: The Getting to Know You Stage
In stage 2, this is the time a client and counsellor get to know one another. These sessions involve initially unpacking the circumstances which brought you to doing work, and building rapport.
Stage 3: Regular Sessions
These are the bulk of our sessions. These sessions are client directed, where modalities are introduced as appropriate, and where homework may be given. It is in these sessions the gentle challenges will be posed, and the deep work will take place. At intervals, we may take some time to reflect back on original goals and progress made.
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Stage 4: Closing Down
Closing is as important as openings, and I usually include a small ritual of closing to end our therapeutic relationship. A closing session is a good time to look back over the work and put any growth into perspective.
Stage 5: Subsequent Follow Ups
My door is always open for clients to return to do follow up sessions. Sometimes a client might like to work on a particular pattern they see, or might like to have an update session as a checkup. These sessions can either be singular or a few sessions. Sometimes this can lead to a renewed cycle of prolonged work. Just because we close down does not mean my door is closed.
Stage 6: Ending
If a client has decided to end therapy and move on to working with another therapist, I will maintain records of our sessions for up to three years after contact. After three years, I will either destroy records or maintain only bare minimum of information.